In the shadow of the Olympics and the 7th anniversary of 9-11, the US National Security Agency and Communist China are jointly proposing a new set of technical standards that threaten to end net neutrality once and for all.  According to a report, the UN’s International Telecommunication Union will be meeting in closed door sessions to discuss adopting the IP Traceback drafting group, named Q6/17.  If adopted, these measures would remove all anonymity from the web and they appear designed to allow a government to control the Internet-based free speech of their populations.” U.N. agency eyes curbs on Internet anonymity, cnet news

“Critics point out the newfound powers that would strip users of their anonymous identities could be misused, and in many cases violate an individual’s human rights that are protected by law particularly in the United States and internationally by the Council of Europe.

A document submitted by China and obtained by CNET News proposes to log essential information about the originator to ensure traceability. Another reportedly leaked document would give government reign over free speech, allowing it to quash their opposition and violating the UN‘s Universal Declaration of Human Rights, though at least one member of Q6/17 does not recognize the political document as being part of any Q6/17 meetings.” Internet anonymity endangered by UN agency project, macnn/electronista

In lieu of these and other recent disturbing trends, one can’t help but fear that our trade with China is indeed more two-way than the financials portend.  The Chinese seem to be getting our technology, manufacturing, jobs and know-how and in turn, our NSA and assorted security agencies are embracing the more effective tactics of a totalitarian régime.  China has a true bounty to offer in its wisdom, rich heritage and people.  It is sad that while trading our best we choose to take their worst.

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New York, USA (Aug 20, 2008) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Scherr Technology today announces the launch of letusneverforget.com the website for the 9-11 tribute album, Never Forget. The website showcases the songs, artists and connection with 9-11, the USS New York and Hope for the Warriors. Scherr Technology provided Never Forget with strategy, design and implementation services.

About Never Forget, the Album
Featuring a stellar cast of some of country music’s most recognizable vocalists, and a connection to one of America’s most historic and tragic events, the upcoming CD release, Never Forget, is a tribute to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Most of the songs included on the CD are new and written especially for the album project. Rebecca Lynn Howard and Charlie Daniels, two of the artists featured on the CD, debuted their respective songs at the christening of the USS New York, which took place in Avondale, LA on March first. Howard has the title track, Never Forget, while Daniels sings the tribute song USS New York.

In addition to Two-time Grammy winner Rebecca Lynn Howard, and the legendary Charlie Daniels, the CD will feature new music from Aaron Tippin(as well as one of his favorite oldies), Tracy Lawrence and George Jones, Pam Tillis, Tanya Tucker, and Michael Peterson. Randy Travis, and Darryl Worley. Then there are the new comers to the Country Music scene, Lloyd Knight (Seasong Recording) , Leah Faith (Amazing Grace Records) and Justin Ryan (Moserite Records) who round out the talented field of country Artists on the Album CD. Much of the CD’s original music was written by Anita Cox (BMI). The album Never Forget will be available in various retail stores on September 9, 2008 and on digital download sites on August 26, 2008.

About Scherr Technology
Founded in 1994 by Brian C. Scherr and located in New York, Scherr Technology is a full service media company specializing in video enabled website design and development, existing site redesigns, corporate identity, ecommerce and marketing. Scherr Technology provides unique solutions to a diverse range of clientele across the United States and throughout the world with an emphasis on emerging technologies.

© 2008 Scherr Technology. All rights reserved. Scherr Technology is a registered trademark in the U.S. and other countries. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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New York, USA (March 04, 2008) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

The USSNEWYORK.COM website, built by Scherr Technology appeared on the Channel 4 NY news with Chuck Scarborough. Watch the video below. 5 min, streaming Flash, courtesy WNBC TV. Watch more streaming USS New York clips in Videos. Watch more Scherr Technology clips in Media.

About the USS New York

On 7 September 2002 in a ceremony aboard USS Intrepid in New York City, then Secretary of the Navy Gordon England announced the decision to name the fifth amphibious transport dock ship of the San Antonio class, New York (LPD 21). Secretary England said, “This new class of ships will project American power to the far corners of the Earth and support the cause of freedom well into the 21st century. From the war for independence through the war on terrorism, which we wage today, the courage and heroism of the people of New York has been an inspiration. USS New York will play an important role in our Navy’s future and will be a fitting tribute to the people of the Empire State.” Governor George Pataki, Governor of New York, responded by stating, “On September 2001, our nation’s enemies brought their fight to New York… The USS New York will now bring the fight to our nation’s enemies well into the future.”

About Scherr Technology

Founded in 1994 by Brian C. Scherr and located in New York, Scherr Technology is a full service media company specializing in video enabled website design and development, existing site redesigns, corporate identity, ecommerce and marketing. Scherr Technology provides unique solutions to a diverse range of clientele across the United States and throughout the world with an emphasis on emerging technologies.

© 2007 Scherr Technology. All rights reserved. Scherr Technology is a registered trademark in the U.S. and other countries. USS New York is a registered trademark in the U.S. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Testimonial quote from Mark Murphy of West Islip, NY about the USS New York website. “Thank you from New York - for the site, and the ship to never forget!” Mark

View the site here ussnewyork.com

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New York, USA (September 11, 2007) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Scherr Technology today announces the launch of USSNewYork.com the website for the ship USS New York. The ship was named New York after the state and incorporates in its construction steel salvaged from the World Trade Centers. Her ship motto is “Never Forget.” Scherr Technology provided ussnewyork.com with strategy, design, content, implementation and marketing services. “We’re very proud that the twisted steel from the WTC towers will soon be used to forge an even stronger national defense,” New York Gov. George Pataki spoke in 2002. The future USS New York under construction at Northrop Grumman Ship Systems’ shipyard in Avondale, LA, will be the fifth amphibious transport dock of the San Antonio class.

About the USS New York

On 7 September 2002 in a ceremony aboard USS Intrepid in New York City, then Secretary of the Navy Gordon England announced the decision to name the fifth amphibious transport dock ship of the San Antonio class, New York (LPD 21). Secretary England said, “This new class of ships will project American power to the far corners of the Earth and support the cause of freedom well into the 21st century. From the war for independence through the war on terrorism, which we wage today, the courage and heroism of the people of New York has been an inspiration. USS New York will play an important role in our Navy’s future and will be a fitting tribute to the people of the Empire State.” Governor George Pataki, Governor of New York, responded by stating, “On September 2001, our nation’s enemies brought their fight to New York… The USS New York will now bring the fight to our nation’s enemies well into the future.”

About Scherr Technology

Founded in 1994 by Brian C. Scherr and located in New York, Scherr Technology is a full service media company specializing in video enabled website design and development, existing site redesigns, corporate identity, ecommerce and marketing. Scherr Technology provides unique solutions to a diverse range of clientele across the United States and throughout the world with an emphasis on emerging technologies.

© 2007 Scherr Technology. All rights reserved. Scherr Technology is a registered trademark in the U.S. and other countries. USS New York is a registered trademark in the U.S. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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